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Incredible India - Best of South India Tour Package
Experience the Best of South India, starting from Chennai to Bangalore via Mahabalipuram-famous for 7 Pagodas, Pondicherry the capital of French India before Independence & famous for it's beaches & Portugese Heritage,Thanjavur- Chola Temple of Brihadeeshwara which is capped by a monolithic cupola made of a single granite block weighing 80 tons, Madurai- famous for Meenakshi Temple,backwaters & House Boat at Alleppey-"The venice of East",Kanyakumari-which offers the best of Sunset and Sunrise views in the entire subcontinent,Cochin- the queen of Arabian Sea,Ooty-with Nilgiri Ranges known for their virgin natural beauty along with a flora and fauna which is both rare and exotic.,Mysore-The city of Palaces.
The package offers so much to see & expierence the best of South India.
Total No. of Days: 14 | Tour Theme: Cultural & Explorer | Tour Start From: Chennai | End :Bangalore
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All inlclusive South India Tour Package from Chennai covering all major destinations with accommodation, One Night in House Boat ( Cruize),meals ,sightseeing by private cab & much more starting from USD 919 only for Group of 6 Persons.
Incredible India - Explore the Best of South India
Get Unplugged from your daily hectic routine & explore Southern India which is famous for its brightly decorated temples & monuments,eye soothing scenery,mouth watering dishes,glittering beaches ,backwaters & spices of Kerala, lush green hillstation.
Besides the spice and surf of Kerala, the Best of South India Tour Highlights includes the Meenakshi temple at Madurai dedicated to the fish-eyed goddess with incredible temple complexes and a recorded history going back to the 3rd century BC. . For the art-inclined, there is the stylised elegance of Bharata Natyam, the story-telling art of Kathakali and the martial-art grace of Kalaripayattu. Feast your eyes on Chinese fishing nets, or catch a glimpse of tea gardens at Munnar.Enjoy elephant rides ,nature walks,bamboo rafting & jungle safari at Periyar.Visit the Colonial structures at Chennai witnessing the British rule over India.
Destination Covered :
Chennai → Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram → Pondicherry → Thanjavur → Trichy → Madurai → Kanyakumar → Alleppey → Cochin → Ooty → Mysore → Bangalore
Incredible India - South India Tour - Inclusions & Highlights
- Accommodation for 12 Nights on twin sharing basis at hotels according to package category.
- One Night accommodation at house boat.
- Daily breakfast.
- All meals (i.e. Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner) while stay at House boat in Alleppey.
- Meeting and assistance services on arrival / departure.
- Air - conditioned chauffeur driven cab for city sightseeing, tour, excursion etc. as per programme.
- Kathakali Dance show in Cochin.
- Overnight Boat / Cruise in Backwater in Alleppey.
- English speaking local guides during the city tour at all places.
- Monuments entrance fees as per above mentioned programme.
- All parking, road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances.
Incredible India - Best of South India Package - Rates & Hotels
|
No. of Pax |
Luxury Package Cost |
Superior Package Cost |
Deluxe Package Cost |
Standard Package Cost |
|
02 |
101934/- |
92358/- |
89019/- |
80577/- |
|
04 |
87507/- |
76041/- |
72702/- |
64260/- |
|
06 |
81144/- |
71505/- |
68229/- |
57897/- |
|
01 |
172242/- |
154539/- |
147168/- |
131859/- |
Incredible India - South India Tour Hotels used
| City | Luxury | Superior | Deluxe | Standard |
| Chennai | ITC Grand Chola | Park | Pride | The Charriot |
| Pondicherry | The Windflower | The Windflower | Sunway GRT | Sunway GRT |
| Trichy | SRM,Khajamalai | SRM, Khajamalai | SRM,Khajamalai | Breeze |
| Madurai | Taj gateway | Taj Gateway | Taj Gateway | Taj Getway |
| Kanyakumari | Sparsa | Spice Village | Spice Village | Singaar |
| Alleppey | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize |
| Cochin | Le Meridian | Dream Hotel | Casino | Casino |
| Ooty | Savoy | Savoy | Savoy | Monarch |
| Mysore | Wind Flower | Windflower | Windflower | Pai Vista |
| Banagalore | ITC Windsor | Park | Park | Magajiorchid |
Best Time to Travel- South India
South India is accessible for most time of the year. However, the best time to spend a fulfilling holiday in South India is during the winter time i.e October to March. At this time of the year, the weather is pleasant and ideal for sightseeing and enjoying the various activities South India has to offer. During the winter time, you can enjoy the outdoor activities without getting dehydrated or feeling the pangs of heat.
Incredible India - Best of South India Tour Package - Itinerary
Day 01 : Chennai Arrival
Day 02 : Chennai City Tour
Day 03 : Chennai Kanchipuram Mahabalipuram Pondichery (275 kms)
Day 04 : Pondichery - Tanjore Trichy (Tiruchirapalli)
Day 05 : Trichy Madurai
Day 06 : Madurai Kanyakumari
Day 07 : Kanyakumari Allepey (Overnight at House boat)
Day 08 : Allepey - Cochin
Day 09: Cochin City Tour
Day 10 : Cochin to Ooty
Day 11: Full day at leisure in Ooty.
Day 12: Ooty to Mysore
Day 13:Mysore Bangalore
Day 14 : Bangalore Departure
Best of South India Package- Itinerary
Day 01 : Chennai Arrival
Arrive at Chennai International Airport. On arrival, meeting, assistance at airport by our representative and transfer to hotel. Where our executive will explain the travel plan in detail and hand over the essential documents (Tour programme, hotel’s vouchers, feedback report etc.) Rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 02-Chennai City Tour
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Chennai, popularly regarded as the 'Gateway to the South' represents a culture that is distinctly different from that of northern India. The places of interest are Kalakshetra, a school of art and music that encourages exponents of Bharatnatyam, Carnatic music, traditional weaving and designing; Fort St. George built in 1653 during British reign in India, - now houses the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu; St. Mary's Church, the oldest Anglican Church in India with its premises; Sri Parthasarathy Temple built by Pallavas in the 8th century AD; Kapaliswara Temple, Mylapore also an eighth century Pallava Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva; San Thomas Cathedral Basilica rebuilt in 1606 as a cathedral and in 1896 it was made a basilica; and Theosophical Society - the world headquarters of the Theosophical Society formed to encourage the study of comparative religion philosophy and science. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Chennai Kanchipuram Mahabalipuram Pondichery (275 kms)
Post breakfast drive to Pondichery visiting Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram enroute, Kanchipuram is the ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 Temples and still has 124 shrines. The first temple dedicated to Shiva was built in the 7th and 8th century and has paintings on the walls. Temples of Ekambaswara, Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy are of interest. Kanchipuram is also famous for its silks.
The city of Mahabalipuram is famous for the seven pagodas. Here on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temples which are the examples of Dravidian style of Architecture. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
Day 04 : Pondichery - Tanjore Trichy (Tiruchirapalli)
After breakfast drive to Trichy visiting Tanjore enroute which has The beautiful Chola Temple of Brihadeeshwara capped by a monolithic cupola made of a single granite block weighing 80 tons which was taken to the top with the help of a 6 km long ramp, an old technique used by the Egyptians for building pyramids. Its bronzes and handicrafts make Tanjore one of the highlights of a visit to South India. Overnight stay at Trichy.
Day 05 : Trichy Madurai
After breakfast proceed for Trichy City Tour. Trichy was the citadel of the Chola dynasty in the medieval period. In the 18th century it witnessed the Carnatic wars fought between the French and the English. Lord Robert Clive's house is still there to see and so is the Danish Church. The Rock-Fort is the landmark of Trichy. A climb of 434 steps leads to the ancient temple of Ganapati on top and a further climb to a Shiva temple. Afternoon drive to Madurai. Overnight stay at Madurai.
Day 06 : Madurai Kanyakumari
Post breakfast proceed for city tour of Madurai. Visit the great Meenakshi Temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering gopurams (rising high above the surrounding country side). Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace - A gracious building in the Indo saracenic style, famous for the Stucco work on its domes & arches. Also visit the Alagar Hills and Tirupara Kundran Rock temple. Later drive to Kanyakumari. Enjoy the sunsets at Kanyakumari.Overnight stay at Kanyakumari.
Day 07 : Kanyakumari Allepey (Overnight at House boat)
Morning drive to Allepey. Arrive Allepey & check-in to an houseboat. The coastal town of Alleppey on the Arabian Sea is the Venice of the East, for the numerous canals that meander through the town. Bathing in the backwaters on the Vemband Lake is refreshing. This town holds a thrilling event of snake-boat race every year in August. It is also known for its cashew nuts, coir trade, rice, pepper crops & coconuts. Enjoy cruise in backwaters. This cruise is very exciting and sensational to watch the real traditional Kerlan life who lives on the banks of backwaters.Overnight on board a houseboat.
Day 08 : Allepey Cochin
Drive to Cochin. Overnight Cochin.
Day 09: Cochin City Tour
After breakfast at hotel visit Mattancherry PalaceThe Dutch Palace exhibits beautiful mural paintings that depict the scenes from Ramayana. The palace was built by the Portuguese and gifted to the Raja of Cochin, Vira Keralavarma. FortKochi is inhabited by Anglo-Indian community. The whole of the region presents a different aura and ambience. The culture is quite unique and represents the Eurasian culture. St Francis Church: This church was built by the Portuguese in the year 1503 A.D. It is said that Portuguese explorer Vasco-da-Gama was originally buried here and his remains were later brought to Lisbon. Santa CruzBasilica: Built by the Portuguese around 500 years back, the Santa Cruz Basilica is known for its Gothic exterior with soaring spires. Also visit Chinese fishing net and tour of the Jew town. Evening visit to watch traditional Kerala Kathakali dances. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Cochin to Ooty
After breakfast drive from Cochin to Ooty.
Day 11:Full day at leisure in Ooty.
Overnights stay at Ooty.
Day 12: Ooty to Mysore
Post breakfast drive from Ooty to Mysore.Overnight stay at Mysore.
Day 13:Mysore Bangalore
Morning city tour of Mysore. Visit the palace of the Maharaja built in 1911-12. The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. Visit the Art Gallery; drive upto Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple & a panoramic view of Mysore. On the way back, see the Nandi Bull. Later drive to Bangalore. Overnight at Bangalore.
Day 14 : Bangalore Departure
Morning visit city. In this Garden City - visit the Lal Bagh with a variety of old trees, fountains, lotus pools, terraces & an assortment of tropical and sub- tropical herbs. Also see the Maharaja's Palace & Government Buildings. Check-out from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Later transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
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Best of South India Package- Itinerary
Day 01 : Chennai Arrival
Arrive at Chennai International Airport. On arrival, meeting, assistance at airport by our representative and transfer to hotel. Where our executive will explain the travel plan in detail and hand over the essential documents (Tour programme, hotel’s vouchers, feedback report etc.) Rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 02-Chennai City Tour
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Chennai, popularly regarded as the 'Gateway to the South' represents a culture that is distinctly different from that of northern India. The places of interest are Kalakshetra, a school of art and music that encourages exponents of Bharatnatyam, Carnatic music, traditional weaving and designing; Fort St. George built in 1653 during British reign in India, - now houses the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu; St. Mary's Church, the oldest Anglican Church in India with its premises; Sri Parthasarathy Temple built by Pallavas in the 8th century AD; Kapaliswara Temple, Mylapore also an eighth century Pallava Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva; San Thomas Cathedral Basilica rebuilt in 1606 as a cathedral and in 1896 it was made a basilica; and Theosophical Society - the world headquarters of the Theosophical Society formed to encourage the study of comparative religion philosophy and science. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Chennai Kanchipuram Mahabalipuram Pondichery (275 kms)
Post breakfast drive to Pondichery visiting Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram enroute, Kanchipuram is the ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 Temples and still has 124 shrines. The first temple dedicated to Shiva was built in the 7th and 8th century and has paintings on the walls. Temples of Ekambaswara, Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy are of interest. Kanchipuram is also famous for its silks.
The city of Mahabalipuram is famous for the seven pagodas. Here on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temples which are the examples of Dravidian style of Architecture. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
Day 04 : Pondichery - Tanjore Trichy (Tiruchirapalli)
After breakfast drive to Trichy visiting Tanjore enroute which has The beautiful Chola Temple of Brihadeeshwara capped by a monolithic cupola made of a single granite block weighing 80 tons which was taken to the top with the help of a 6 km long ramp, an old technique used by the Egyptians for building pyramids. Its bronzes and handicrafts make Tanjore one of the highlights of a visit to South India. Overnight stay at Trichy.
Day 05 : Trichy Madurai
After breakfast proceed for Trichy City Tour. Trichy was the citadel of the Chola dynasty in the medieval period. In the 18th century it witnessed the Carnatic wars fought between the French and the English. Lord Robert Clive's house is still there to see and so is the Danish Church. The Rock-Fort is the landmark of Trichy. A climb of 434 steps leads to the ancient temple of Ganapati on top and a further climb to a Shiva temple. Afternoon drive to Madurai. Overnight stay at Madurai.
Day 06 : Madurai Kanyakumari
Post breakfast proceed for city tour of Madurai. Visit the great Meenakshi Temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering gopurams (rising high above the surrounding country side). Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace - A gracious building in the Indo saracenic style, famous for the Stucco work on its domes & arches. Also visit the Alagar Hills and Tirupara Kundran Rock temple. Later drive to Kanyakumari. Enjoy the sunsets at Kanyakumari.Overnight stay at Kanyakumari.
Day 07 : Kanyakumari Allepey (Overnight at House boat)
Morning drive to Allepey. Arrive Allepey & check-in to an houseboat. The coastal town of Alleppey on the Arabian Sea is the Venice of the East, for the numerous canals that meander through the town. Bathing in the backwaters on the Vemband Lake is refreshing. This town holds a thrilling event of snake-boat race every year in August. It is also known for its cashew nuts, coir trade, rice, pepper crops & coconuts. Enjoy cruise in backwaters. This cruise is very exciting and sensational to watch the real traditional Kerlan life who lives on the banks of backwaters.Overnight on board a houseboat.
Day 08 : Allepey Cochin
Drive to Cochin. Overnight Cochin.
Day 09: Cochin City Tour
After breakfast at hotel visit Mattancherry PalaceThe Dutch Palace exhibits beautiful mural paintings that depict the scenes from Ramayana. The palace was built by the Portuguese and gifted to the Raja of Cochin, Vira Keralavarma. FortKochi is inhabited by Anglo-Indian community. The whole of the region presents a different aura and ambience. The culture is quite unique and represents the Eurasian culture. St Francis Church: This church was built by the Portuguese in the year 1503 A.D. It is said that Portuguese explorer Vasco-da-Gama was originally buried here and his remains were later brought to Lisbon. Santa CruzBasilica: Built by the Portuguese around 500 years back, the Santa Cruz Basilica is known for its Gothic exterior with soaring spires. Also visit Chinese fishing net and tour of the Jew town. Evening visit to watch traditional Kerala Kathakali dances. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Cochin to Ooty
After breakfast drive from Cochin to Ooty.
Day 11:Full day at leisure in Ooty.
Overnights stay at Ooty.
Day 12: Ooty to Mysore
Post breakfast drive from Ooty to Mysore.Overnight stay at Mysore.
Day 13:Mysore Bangalore
Morning city tour of Mysore. Visit the palace of the Maharaja built in 1911-12. The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. Visit the Art Gallery; drive upto Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple & a panoramic view of Mysore. On the way back, see the Nandi Bull. Later drive to Bangalore. Overnight at Bangalore.
Day 14 : Bangalore Departure
Morning visit city. In this Garden City - visit the Lal Bagh with a variety of old trees, fountains, lotus pools, terraces & an assortment of tropical and sub- tropical herbs. Also see the Maharaja's Palace & Government Buildings. Check-out from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Later transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
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Incredible India - 2016 2017 Best of South India Package - rates & Hotels
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|
No. of Pax |
Luxury Package Cost |
Superior Package Cost |
Deluxe Package Cost |
Standard Package Cost |
|
02 |
101934/- |
92358/- |
89019/- |
80577/- |
|
04 |
87507/- |
76041/- |
72702/- |
64260/- |
|
06 |
81144/- |
71505/- |
68229/- |
57897/- |
|
01 |
172242/- |
154539/- |
147168/- |
131859/- |
HOTEL DETAILS
| City | Luxury | Superior | Deluxe | Standard |
| Chennai | ITC Grand Chola | Park | Pride | The Charriot |
| Pondicherry | The Windflower | The Windflower | Sunway GRT | Sunway GRT |
| Trichy | SRM,Khajamalai | SRM, Khajamalai | SRM,Khajamalai | Breeze |
| Madurai | Taj gateway | Taj Gateway | Taj Gateway | Taj Getway |
| Kanyakumari | Sparsa | Spice Village | Spice Village | Singaar |
| Alleppey | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize |
| Cochin | Le Meridian | Dream Hotel | Casino | Casino |
| Ooty | Savoy | Savoy | Savoy | Monarch |
| Mysore | Wind Flower | Windflower | Windflower | Pai Vista |
| Banagalore | ITC Windsor | Park | Park | Magajiorchid |
Govt Registered, Licensed, Safest, Cleanest, Fully Insured Cab service with our Expert, Well Mannered drivers ( Best Suitable for couples & families) for South India.
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Incredible India - 2016 2017 South India Tour - Inclusions & Highlights
- Accommodation for 12 Nights on twin sharing basis at hotels according to package category.
- One Night accommodation at house boat.
- Daily breakfast.
- All meals (i.e. Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner) while stay at House boat in Alleppey.
- Meeting and assistance services on arrival / departure.
- Air - conditioned chauffeur driven cab for city sightseeing, tour, excursion etc. as per programme.
- Kathakali Dance show in Cochin.
- Overnight Boat / Cruise in Backwater in Alleppey.
- English speaking local guides during the city tour at all places.
- Monuments entrance fees as per above mentioned programme.
- All parking, road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances.
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Incredible India - Best of South India Package - Rates & Hotels
|
No. of Pax |
Luxury Package Cost |
Superior Package Cost |
Deluxe Package Cost |
Standard Package Cost |
|
02 |
101934/- |
92358/- |
89019/- |
80577/- |
|
04 |
87507/- |
76041/- |
72702/- |
64260/- |
|
06 |
81144/- |
71505/- |
68229/- |
57897/- |
|
01 |
172242/- |
154539/- |
147168/- |
131859/- |
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Incredible India - South India Tour Hotels used
| City | Luxury | Superior | Deluxe | Standard |
| Chennai | ITC Grand Chola | Park | Pride | The Charriot |
| Pondicherry | The Windflower | The Windflower | Sunway GRT | Sunway GRT |
| Trichy | SRM,Khajamalai | SRM, Khajamalai | SRM,Khajamalai | Breeze |
| Madurai | Taj gateway | Taj Gateway | Taj Gateway | Taj Getway |
| Kanyakumari | Sparsa | Spice Village | Spice Village | Singaar |
| Alleppey | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize | Spice Cruize |
| Cochin | Le Meridian | Dream Hotel | Casino | Casino |
| Ooty | Savoy | Savoy | Savoy | Monarch |
| Mysore | Wind Flower | Windflower | Windflower | Pai Vista |
| Banagalore | ITC Windsor | Park | Park | Magajiorchid |
Incredible India - 2016 2017 Best of South India Tour Package - Itinerary
Best of South India Package- Itinerary
Day 01 : Chennai Arrival
Arrive at Chennai International Airport. On arrival, meeting, assistance at airport by our representative and transfer to hotel. Where our executive will explain the travel plan in detail and hand over the essential documents (Tour programme, hotel’s vouchers, feedback report etc.) Rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 02-Chennai City Tour
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Chennai, popularly regarded as the 'Gateway to the South' represents a culture that is distinctly different from that of northern India. The places of interest are Kalakshetra, a school of art and music that encourages exponents of Bharatnatyam, Carnatic music, traditional weaving and designing; Fort St. George built in 1653 during British reign in India, - now houses the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu; St. Mary's Church, the oldest Anglican Church in India with its premises; Sri Parthasarathy Temple built by Pallavas in the 8th century AD; Kapaliswara Temple, Mylapore also an eighth century Pallava Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva; San Thomas Cathedral Basilica rebuilt in 1606 as a cathedral and in 1896 it was made a basilica; and Theosophical Society - the world headquarters of the Theosophical Society formed to encourage the study of comparative religion philosophy and science. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Chennai Kanchipuram Mahabalipuram Pondichery (275 kms)
Post breakfast drive to Pondichery visiting Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram enroute, Kanchipuram is the ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 Temples and still has 124 shrines. The first temple dedicated to Shiva was built in the 7th and 8th century and has paintings on the walls. Temples of Ekambaswara, Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy are of interest. Kanchipuram is also famous for its silks.
The city of Mahabalipuram is famous for the seven pagodas. Here on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temples which are the examples of Dravidian style of Architecture. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
Day 04 : Pondichery - Tanjore Trichy (Tiruchirapalli)
After breakfast drive to Trichy visiting Tanjore enroute which has The beautiful Chola Temple of Brihadeeshwara capped by a monolithic cupola made of a single granite block weighing 80 tons which was taken to the top with the help of a 6 km long ramp, an old technique used by the Egyptians for building pyramids. Its bronzes and handicrafts make Tanjore one of the highlights of a visit to South India. Overnight stay at Trichy.
Day 05 : Trichy Madurai
After breakfast proceed for Trichy City Tour. Trichy was the citadel of the Chola dynasty in the medieval period. In the 18th century it witnessed the Carnatic wars fought between the French and the English. Lord Robert Clive's house is still there to see and so is the Danish Church. The Rock-Fort is the landmark of Trichy. A climb of 434 steps leads to the ancient temple of Ganapati on top and a further climb to a Shiva temple. Afternoon drive to Madurai. Overnight stay at Madurai.
Day 06 : Madurai Kanyakumari
Post breakfast proceed for city tour of Madurai. Visit the great Meenakshi Temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering gopurams (rising high above the surrounding country side). Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace - A gracious building in the Indo saracenic style, famous for the Stucco work on its domes & arches. Also visit the Alagar Hills and Tirupara Kundran Rock temple. Later drive to Kanyakumari. Enjoy the sunsets at Kanyakumari.Overnight stay at Kanyakumari.
Day 07 : Kanyakumari Allepey (Overnight at House boat)
Morning drive to Allepey. Arrive Allepey & check-in to an houseboat. The coastal town of Alleppey on the Arabian Sea is the Venice of the East, for the numerous canals that meander through the town. Bathing in the backwaters on the Vemband Lake is refreshing. This town holds a thrilling event of snake-boat race every year in August. It is also known for its cashew nuts, coir trade, rice, pepper crops & coconuts. Enjoy cruise in backwaters. This cruise is very exciting and sensational to watch the real traditional Kerlan life who lives on the banks of backwaters.Overnight on board a houseboat.
Day 08 : Allepey Cochin
Drive to Cochin. Overnight Cochin.
Day 09: Cochin City Tour
After breakfast at hotel visit Mattancherry PalaceThe Dutch Palace exhibits beautiful mural paintings that depict the scenes from Ramayana. The palace was built by the Portuguese and gifted to the Raja of Cochin, Vira Keralavarma. FortKochi is inhabited by Anglo-Indian community. The whole of the region presents a different aura and ambience. The culture is quite unique and represents the Eurasian culture. St Francis Church: This church was built by the Portuguese in the year 1503 A.D. It is said that Portuguese explorer Vasco-da-Gama was originally buried here and his remains were later brought to Lisbon. Santa CruzBasilica: Built by the Portuguese around 500 years back, the Santa Cruz Basilica is known for its Gothic exterior with soaring spires. Also visit Chinese fishing net and tour of the Jew town. Evening visit to watch traditional Kerala Kathakali dances. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Cochin to Ooty
After breakfast drive from Cochin to Ooty.
Day 11:Full day at leisure in Ooty.
Overnights stay at Ooty.
Day 12: Ooty to Mysore
Post breakfast drive from Ooty to Mysore.Overnight stay at Mysore.
Day 13:Mysore Bangalore
Morning city tour of Mysore. Visit the palace of the Maharaja built in 1911-12. The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. Visit the Art Gallery; drive upto Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple & a panoramic view of Mysore. On the way back, see the Nandi Bull. Later drive to Bangalore. Overnight at Bangalore.
Day 14 : Bangalore Departure
Morning visit city. In this Garden City - visit the Lal Bagh with a variety of old trees, fountains, lotus pools, terraces & an assortment of tropical and sub- tropical herbs. Also see the Maharaja's Palace & Government Buildings. Check-out from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Later transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
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